Come and join us this October 2024 for for our ever popular *FREE HAF Half-Term Football camp!


*For eligible families only (benefits-related free school meals).

Not eligible? Click HERE or email admin@worksoptownacademy.co.uk


Ensuring your child stays active, has fun and makes friends this Half-Term!

FREE places for eligible families

Outstanding facilities play on our world class pitch and enjoy our amazing facilities come rain or shine!

Expert UEFA & FA qualified coaches, with first aid and enhanced DBS

✅ Make lasting memories and friends for life!

Easy access… Coming from further afield? We’re running a free private coach service from Tuxford (Mon 28th to Thurs 31st October only)

Halloween costume competition on 31st October! Come in your spookiest outfits…prize for the winner. Just remember your football boots and shin pads!

Flexible! Book a single day or the full camp…the choice is yours

✅ Safe, fun and challenging

World Class Facilities…top of the range artificial pitch and clubhouse provided

Ages 5-16 years of any ability and gender

  • How do I know if i qualify for a FREE place?

    Places are offered free to those who are part of the government's HAF programme (benefits related free school meals). Contact your school or local council if you are not sure!

    I know I qualify, but I don't have a HAF code?

    In order to book your free place, we must have your HAF code. Contact your school or local council for this.

    What are the timings of the day?

    The camp runs from 9am to 3pm

    Is early drop off available?

    Yes, to help our working parents you can arrive from 8am, you can book this for FREE!

    Do I need to send a packed lunch?

    No! As part of the HAF programme we provide children with a meal and snacks each day. You will need to bring a water bottle.

    Does my child need any specialist equipment?

    YES - please see footwear policy HERE. Shin pads are recommended too. Other than that come as you please...but be sure to send your child with a range of ample clothing for all of our glorious British weather!

    My child has never played football before...does that matter?

    Absolutely not! This is a beginner friendly camp, and although we recommend children have an interest in sport/football, there is no requirement to ever have played before!

    Does my child HAVE to come in fancy dress/costume on Thursday 31st October?

    Not at all! But we recommend getting into the spooky spirit and come dressed up to be in with a chance of winning a prize!

    What if my child misbehaves?

    Unfortunately, for the safety and wellbeing of all children and staff on the camp, we will not tolerate any adverse behaviour. Please make sure there is an adult available at all times to collect your child should they need to be sent home in this circumstance.

    My child is SEN, can they come to the camp?

    Of course! If they are able to attend mainstream school then we welcome them to our camp. Although we mentioned about zero tolerance for behaviour above, if your child is SEN we will of course work with you and prepare in advance if your child may have additional needs/support and allow some flexibility where needed (such as to follow instructions etc.). We are unable to cater for severe physical/SEN needs - if you are in any doubt at all please contact us at admin@worksoptownacademy.co.uk